2010 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS Owners Manual - Page 255

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 253 brakes and restores them to normal operating performance. NOTE riding in an area where the roads are salted or near the ocean, immediately wash your motorcycle with cold water. Do not use warm water as it accelerates the chemical reaction of the salt. After drying, apply a corrosion protection spray on all metal and chrome surfaces to prevent corrosion. żCondensation may form on the inside of the headlight lens after riding in the rain, washing the motorcycle or humid weather. To remove the moisture, start the engine and turn on the headlight. Gradually the condensation on the inside of the lens will clear off. żAfter Semi-gloss Finish To clean the semi-gloss finish; When washing the motorcycle, always use a mild neutral detergent and water. The semi-gloss finish effect may be lost when the finish is excessively rubbed. If any doubt, consult an authorized Kawasaki dealer. • • • Windshield and Other Plastic Parts After washing use a soft cloth to gently dry plastic parts. When dry, treat the windshield, headlight lens, and other nonpainted plastic parts with an approved plastic cleaner/polisher product.